1625 Martin Highway
Palm City, FL 34994
Office: 772-288-3456
www.vet4yourpet.net |
  SEPTEMBER 2012
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CAT ISSUE
Cats are just as loved as dogs and yet they are much less likely to come in for a check up...even though they get sick just as often as dogs do. Cats are just better at hiding their sickness. By the time we see them, they often have serious problems that could have been avoided if we had a chance to check them out earlier. The most common problems we find with cats are: kidney failure, diabetes, thyroid problems, high blood pressure, Feline AIDS, leukemia and tumors.
It's very important to be pro-active with your cat's health. Do not procrastinate. If you have a cat who has not been checked within the last year, now's the time to act. We are currently offering a 20% discount on all Feline Services as part of our 2-Month Long DediCATion. Bring your cat(s) in anytime during September or October to take advantage of this special offer for our feline friends.
We look forward to providing the same excellent care for your cat(s) as we do for your dog(s). Thank you so much for entrusting us with the care of your wonderful family members.
See you in the exam room,
Drs. Poderski, Waters, and Jolin
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A NOTE FROM THE DOCTORS
LOCAL COMPLETES BASIC TRAINING 
August 2012-Cadet Karolina Poderski, daughter of Drs. Karol & Robin Poderski of Palm City, FL, completed Cadet Basic Training at the U.S. Military Academy.
Poderski entered West Point on July 2 and has successfully completed six weeks of Cadet Basic Training. Also referred to as "Beast Barracks," CBT is one of the most challenging events a cadet will encounter over the course of their four years at the academy. The initial military training program provides cadets with basic skills to instill discipline, pride, cohesion, confidence, and a high sense of duty to prepare them for entry into the Corps of Cadets. Areas of summer instruction included first aid, mountaineering, hand grenades, rifle marksmanship, and nuclear, biological and chemical training.
Please look for the full press article in our local newspapers. |
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HOSPITAL UPDATES / SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Anesthesia-Free Dentals
This month Pet Dental Services will be here on September 13th to perform the anesthesia-free dentals. If you would like to know if your pet is a candidate, please call us and schedule an appointment.
Pet Portals
What is a Pet Portal? Pet Portals are secure, private pet health websites that give you direct access to manage your pet's health 24/7. We provide Pet Portals free of charge to all of our clients with active email addresses. What Can I Do With My Pet Portal? - View your pet's information
- Request appointments
- Request prescription and food refills
- Receive important medical alerts and Martin Downs Animal Hospital news
- Post photos of your pet
- Create and print instructions for pet sitters
- Access reliable information on pet health care topics
- Print proof of vaccination for travel
- Request email reminders about when to give your pet's medication
Please call us for more info and assistance. The doctors really recommend Pet Portals. |
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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
 Gabby, our newest vet assistant, is our employee spotlight this month. She grew up in Martin County but relocated to Vero Beach where she began her passionate career for animals. Since Gabby was a little girl, she had a dream to work with animals and she has now been working in the veterinary field for 4 years. Martin Downs Animal Hospital has given her many wonderful opportunities to expand her skills in this field and she loves learning new and exciting things every day. She is so happy that she came back to her hometown and found such a wonderful place to work that she loves.In her spare time Gabby loves spending time with her beautiful 7 year old daughter Kaylee.
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BOARDER OF THE MONTH
Our pick for Boarder of the Month is Lulu. She is a cute 14 year old Domestic Short Hair who stays in our comfy Deluxe Corner Condo. When she visits she brings with her all of her favorite belongings from home. She loves to lounge in her personal cardboard box with her "stuffed" friend. You can see her looking out the windows into the reception area flirting with other pet owners. Lulu is our ambassador when she is here. She is a 5 star Star in a 5 star resort.
 
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GROOM OF MONTH
This is Shyanne, a beautiful 8 year old Mainecoon cat. Shyanne was groomed by Cathy in our pet spa. To keep her from getting matted, Shyanne comes in regularly to be shaved down. She also receives a Hydrosurge bath and pedicure. If you would like to have your cat groomed give us a call, we'd be happy to talk to you about it.
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| SAVE 10% OFF NEW GROOMS |
All pets new to grooming in our Spa will receive 10% off these services.MUST PRESENT COUPON FOR DISCOUNT
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Domino's House
 Greetings folks, I'm Rosetta, a one-year-old female tiger striped cat. I'm old enough to be done with frantic kitten antics but still young enough to still enjoy some playing and romping around. But what's most important is that I'm a very sweet, affectionate, and loving cat who's just looking for someone that I can love and adore. Could it be you? I sure hope so. Why don't you come out to the shelter and meet me. Visit our website: http://www.dominoshouse.org/
Urban Tails This is Inky... - 15 month Boxer /Bulldog mix.
 - 55lbs.
- Very sweet
- Loves other dogs and people
- Female / Spayed
- Heartworm negative
- Up to date on shots
- So sweet!
- Call Tracey (786) 402-7794 if interested.
Thank you!
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PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE
Leptospirosis Vaccine
In light of our wet season and recent downpours, Martin Downs Animal Hospital has decided to offer the Leptospirosis vaccine as an optional vaccination for dogs.
Leptospirosis is a spirochete. This organism can be found in warm, wet environments where there can be stagnant or slow moving water that has been contaminated with animal urine. Reservoir hosts for leptospirosis are rats, mice, raccoons, horses, marsupials, cows, pigs and dogs. Humans can also contract this bacteria. It is spread through indirect contamination from urine in standing water or directly from bite wounds or by ingesting infected animal tissue.
 The targeted affected organs are the kidneys and liver. Symptoms can range in severity but typically the dog will experience vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, fever, anorexia as well as some bleeding disorders. Prevention is possible by vaccination as well as avoiding areas of stagnant water. The vaccine is given as a series of two vaccinations 3 to 4 weeks apart and after that given annually. Leptospirosis is commonly given as a stand-alone vaccine and not mixed with other immunizations. Martin Downs Animal Hospital is offering this vaccine as an outpatient visit at a cost of $19.97.
For more information regarding this vaccine, call us at 772-288-3456.
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HURRICANE AWARENESS
June 1st is marked as the beginning of Hurricane Season. Martin Downs Animal Hospital would like you to be aware of the fact that we are a designated Hurricane Shelter for pets. We weathered all three of the most recent hurricanes in 2004 and 2005. We came through without a scratch and are ready for more to come. Be sure you are already prepared for this Hurricane Season! If not, now is the time to take action. Have a check list and go over it with your family to insure everything is covered and you have not forgotten to make arrangements for your pets, should the need to evacuate arise. We have a special Hurricane Brochure to help guide pet owners to make sure their furry friends are safe. Visit us on our website: www.vet4yourpet.net.
Please stop by and pick up one of our brochures if you think you will be needing to use our facility in case of a hurricane.
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COMPANY COUPONS
The coupons are for veterinary use only.
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 Elanco, the makes of Comfortis and Trifexis are offering coupons online.
 
Buy 12 doses & get a $20 mail-in rebate
Buy 6 doses & get a $10 mail-in rebate
Just visit their websites below to claim your coupons:
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 -Buy 12 doses & get a $12 mail-in rebate
-Buy 6 doses & get 2 free -Buy 3 doses & get 1 free
 -Buy 6 doses & get a $12 mail-in rebate
-Buy 3 doses & get a $5 mail-in rebate
Offers expire: December 31,2012
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 Revolution Coupons: 
-Buy 6 doses & get 2 free
-Buy 9 doses & get 3 free
Offer expires: December 31, 2012
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